Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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